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Learn about two upcoming Hispanic Dental Association events in dentistry and the history of National Hispanic Heritage Month

Megan O'Donnell • September 17, 2021

For dentistry, National Hispanic Heritage Month inspires celebrations hosted by the Hispanic Dental Association (HDA), according to its President Rosa Chaviano Moran DMD, FICD. In this article, learn about two National Hispanic Heritage Month events in dentistry taking place between now and... CONTINUE READING

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Penn Dental Medicine LGBT Center celebrates Pride; Alumni gift funds new LGBTQ+ initiatives in dentistry at the University of Pennsylvania

Megan O'Donnell • June 14, 2021

University of Pennsylvania’s Penn Dental Medicine LGBT Center is in the midst of Pride celebrations this month, including their first hybrid dance class, this week's Dance Outside W/ Pride event featuring choreographer Devon Sinclair. Earlier this year, the Center had cause for celebration... CONTINUE READING

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Dental Student Spotlight: David Yarmark encourages dental school graduates to consider residency programs

Leah K. Cohen • June 2, 2021

Encouraged to shadow his local dentist during his college years, David Yarmark fell in love with the craft. Currently a dental resident at the Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, Yarmark encourages other dental school graduates to consider residency programs. “I was always... CONTINUE READING

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Fueled by Olympic spirit? Dentistry’s connections span centuries.

Kristie Ceruti • January 10, 2018

When Dr. K.B. Park, the founder and CEO of MegaGen Implants, served as a torchbearer in the 2018 PyungChang Winter Olympic Game torch relay in late 2017, it spoke to the longstanding connection between the dental profession and the Olympic... CONTINUE READING

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Love at first sight at The Dental Boutique, NYC

Kristie Ceruti • May 7, 2016

Dr. Carlos J. Huerta describes his "14-pound mutt" Luna with affection. "I took one look at her and she was mine. We fell in love with each other." The @TheIncisalEdge #40Under40 honoree said his patients at The Dental Boutique NYC, in Manhattan, jumped on the bandwagon from the moment... CONTINUE READING

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These researchers won’t let a little saliva stand in their way.

Kristie Ceruti • April 13, 2015

Therapeutic agents (think mouthwash or toothpaste) intended to reduce dental plaque and prevent tooth decay are often removed by saliva and the act of swallowing before they can take effect. But a team of researchers has developed a way to keep the drugs from being washed away. Researchers at... CONTINUE READING

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Good news brought to you by mice (and Penn)

Kristie Ceruti • December 6, 2014

A study of the protein that prevents gum disease side effects may mean good news for MS patients, according to healthline.com. In a new research, scientists at the University of Pennsylvania School have discovered that a protein previously found to decrease inflammation and bone loss related... CONTINUE READING

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Day in the Life of a Dental Student in 2014

dentaldaniel • November 4, 2014

By Daniel Shimansky/ Member of the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine Program Meet Josh, my attractive mannequin who I so endearingly named when I began my laboratory coursework at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. Picture Josh's consistent and... CONTINUE READING

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Toddler tooth decay under the microscope at Penn

Kristie Ceruti • March 19, 2014

[caption id="attachment_697" align="alignleft" width="102"] Hyun (Michel) Koo[/caption] One professor's new findings might pave the path to prevent painful infections in young children. University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine’s Hyun (Michel) Koo and colleagues... CONTINUE READING

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